LESSON - 9 BHOLI

LESSON - 9 BHOLI LESSON-9 Mp3

 LESSON - 9 BHOLI

QUES. 1. Why is Bholi's father worried about her?

Ans. Bholi's father was worried about her as she had neither good looks nor intelligence. He did not know how he would find a suitable groom for her.

2. For what unusual reasons is Bholi sent to school?

Ans. When the school was opened in the village the Tahsildar asked Bholi's father to send her to school to set an example for others.

3. Does Bholi enjoy her first day at school?

Ans. Although initially she did not enjoy it, but by the time she went home she had liked school.

4. Does she find her teacher different from the people at home?

Ans. Yes, she finds her teacher different from the people at home as the teacher was polite and this touched her heart.

5. Why do Bholi's parents accept Bishambhar's proposal?

Ans. Bholi's parents accept Bishambhar's proposal because he was a rich man and did not ask for a dowry.

6. How did Bholi's teacher play an important role in changing the course of her life?

Ans. The teacher transformed Bholi into a confident person. The teacher's appreciation and encouragement helped her overcome her low morale.

7. Why did Bholi at first agree to an unequal match? Why did she later reject the marriage? What does it tell about her?

Ans. Bholi agreed to the unequal match at first to fulfil her parents' wishes. Later on, she rejected the marriage when the bridegroom asked for dowry. This tells us that Bholi was not a timid and dumb girl. She was aware of her rights.

8. Bholi's teacher helped her overcome social barriers by encouraging and motivating her. How do you think you can contribute towards changing the social attitudes illustrated in this story?

Ans. We can contribute by saying no to taking or giving dowry. We must not discriminate between a boy and girl.

9. Why was Bholi a neglected child in the family?

Ans. Due to her stammer and ugliness, Bholi remained a neglected child. She was given her sisters' clothes to wear.